님과 함께 – 남진
🌟 Introduction
In 1972, Nam Jin (남진) released “님과 함께 (Nimgwa Hamkke, With My Lover)”, a song that soon became one of the most beloved trot classics in Korea.
Its simple yet emotional lyrics and melody resonated with audiences, establishing Nam Jin as a household name and a pioneer of modern trot music.
👥 Artist & Song Background
- Nam Jin (남진): Debuted in the mid-1960s, he quickly rose to fame as one of Korea’s most popular male singers, often compared with Na Hoon-a as a “rival of the era.”
- 님과 함께(Nimgwa Hamkke) was released in 1972 and became a nationwide hit, frequently played on radio, television, and at live performances.
- The song emphasizes companionship, loyalty, and enduring love, values that resonated deeply with Korean audiences of the time.
📖 Audio & Lyrics
| 저 푸른 초원 위에 그림 같은 집을 짓고 사랑하는 우리 님과 한 백 년 살고 싶어 봄이면 씨앗 뿌려 여름이면 꽃이 피네 가을이면 풍년 되어 겨울이면 행복하네 멋쟁이 높은 빌딩 으시대지만 유행 따라 사는 것도 제멋이지만 반딧불 초가집도 님과 함께면 나는 좋아 나는 좋아 님과 함께면 님과 함께 같이 산다면 저 푸른 초원 위에 그림 같은 집을 짓고 사랑하는 우리 님과 한 백 년 살고 싶어 멋쟁이 높은 빌딩 으시대지만 유행 따라 사는 것도 제멋이지만 반딧불 초가집도 님과 함께면 나는 좋아 나는 좋아 님과 함께면 님과 함께 같이 산다면 저 푸른 초원 위에 그림 같은 집을 짓고 사랑하는 우리 님과 한 백 년 살고 싶어 | On that wide green meadow, I want to build a picture-perfect house, and live a hundred years with the one I love. In spring, we sow the seeds, in summer, flowers bloom, in autumn, the harvest comes, and in winter, happiness fills our home. Fancy tall buildings may look impressive, and living by trends has its own style, but even a small thatched cottage lit by fireflies— if I’m with you, I’m happy, if I’m with you, I need nothing more. On that wide green meadow, I want to build a picture-perfect house, and live a hundred years with the one I love. Fancy tall buildings may look impressive, and living by trends has its own style, but even a small thatched cottage lit by fireflies— if I’m with you, I’m happy, if I’m with you, I need nothing more. On that wide green meadow, I want to build a picture-perfect house, and live a hundred years with the one I love. |
The lyrics are straightforward yet powerful, celebrating a love that is steadfast and unconditional.
🌍 Why It Matters
- Cemented Nam Jin’s reputation as one of the “Kings of Trot.”
- Marked a shift in trot music from traditional styles to a more modern, accessible sound for the masses.
- Became a karaoke favorite for decades, symbolizing loyalty in love and companionship.
🎤 Fun Facts
- The song’s catchy refrain and easy-to-sing lyrics made it a multi-generational favorite, often sung at gatherings and festivals.
- Nam Jin’s rivalry with Na Hoon-a during the 70s boosted the song’s popularity, as fans passionately supported their favorite singer.
- In recent years, the song has been covered by various artists on TV shows, reaffirming its place as a timeless trot anthem.
“님과 함께 (Nimgwa Hamkke)” is more than just a trot song — it is a cultural touchstone of the 1970s, reminding listeners of enduring love and companionship.
Even today, it continues to be performed, covered, and remembered as one of the defining songs of Korean trot.
👉 Do you think songs like “Nimgwa Hamkke” still capture the essence of love in today’s world?
